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Installation
(For Qualified Installers Only)
© Travis Industries
4141007
100-01402
Pellet Vent Type
Must be 3" (76mm) or 4” (102mm) diameter Type "L" (except for masonry fireplace installations) -
or - connect the vent to a factory built type "A" chimney.
Installing the Pellet Vent
Secure each vent section (including the connection to the heater, adapters, elbows, etc…)
following the directions provided by the vent manufacturer or by using 3 sheet metal screws (1/4”
Max.).
Horizontal sections must have a 1/4" (6.4mm) rise every 12" (305mm) of travel.
Install the vent at the clearances specified by the vent manufacturer.
Pellet Vent Termination
Vent must terminate on the exterior of the dwelling. Horizontal terminations must protrude a
minimum of 12" (305mm) from the wall. Vertical terminations must protrude a minimum 24"
(610mm) from the roof surface. In addition, all clearances listed below must be met.
Must have an approved cap (to prevent water from entering) or a 45° downturn with rodent
screen.
If the termination is located on a windy side of the house, an approved house shield is
recommended to prevent soot from building up on the side of the house.
Must not be located where it will become plugged by snow or other material.
A Minimum 4' (1220mm) clearance below or beside any door or window that opens.
(This clearance may be reduced to18” if using outside air (see page 13) – we recommend
the door or window be kept closed during operation.
Minimum 1’ (458mm) clearance below or beside any window that does not open.
B
Minimum 1' (458mm) clearance above any door or window that opens
C
Minimum 2' (610mm) clearance from any adjacent building
D
Minimum 7' (2.134 M) clearance above any grade when adjacent to public walkways
NOTE:
Vent may not terminate in covered walkway or breezeway.
E
Minimum 2' (610mm) clearance above any grass, plants, or other combustible materials
F
Minimum 3' (915mm) clearance from any forced air intake of any other appliance
G
Minimum 2' (610mm) clearance below eaves or overhangs
H
Minimum 1' (458mm) clearance horizontally from combustible wall
X
Must be a minimum of 2' (610mm) above the roof
Seal each vent section (including the connection to the heater, adapters, elbows,
etc...) following the directions provided by the vent manufacturer or by injecting a
liberal amount of 500 deg. F. RTV silicone into the gap between sections.
500 deg. F.
RTV Silicone
H
G
A
D
F
NOTE: Measure clearances to the nearest edge of the exhaust hood.
A
E
B
C
F
X
H
